Galatians 5:22-23

But the fruit of the Spirit (the result of His presence within us) is love (unselfish concern for others), joy (inner) peace, patience (not the ability to wait, but how we act while waiting), kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such things there is no law. 

When we focus on the things of Jesus and let the Holy Spirit guide us, we will operate in love. The more we concentrate on God and seek His face, the less the ability of sin to lead us to the flesh will be. Yes, it takes work, but so does slavery to sin, and sin makes people miserable. When the love of God is at work in our hearts, the peace that flows into our lives is priceless. 

Galatians 19-21

Now the practices of the sinful nature are clearly evident: they are sexual immorality, impurity, sensuality (total irresponsibility, lack of self-control), idolatry, sorcery, hostility, strife, jealousy, fits of anger, disputes, dissentions, factions, envy, drunkenness, riotous behavior, and other things like these. I warn you beforehand, just as I did previously, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.

As we practice our faith and look at the above list, we know that people are drawn into sin daily. Someone has been deceived into believing that the practice of sin outweighs the benefit of salvation and freedom from sin. Sin is a choice and walking with Jesus is a choice. If we are short-sighted, we will not see the consequences of choosing sin over eternal life with Jesus. 

Galatians 5:17

For the sinful nature has its desire which is opposed to the Spirit, and the (desire of the) Spirit opposes the sinful nature; for these (two, the sinful nature and the Spirit) are in direct opposition to each other, so that you (as believers) do not (always) do whatever (good things) you want to do.

Building up our spirit is like building up muscle to make us strong. The stronger we are, the better able we are to resist the temptations and do what is good. When we are drawn away into worldly pursuits, we spend less time with God. We will be weak Christians, easily swayed and tempted. If the goal is to do better as a Christian, we first must learn what it is that we should be doing as Christians. 

Galatians 5:16

But I say, walk habitually in the (Holy) Spirit (seek Him and be responsive to His guidance), and then you will certainly not carry out the desire of the sinful nature (which responds impulsively without regard for God and His precepts).

The Holy Spirit is our safety net and protection if we stay close and listen. Through the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we will be able to recognize and avoid the sinful nature. Along with our focus on the Word and Jesus, we can maintain our thoughts and not be tempted into sin. We can’t get tired and give up, even when we are tested. Any believer can be trapped if they do not keep themselves in the Holy Spirit and the Word. 

Galatians 5:13-14

For you, my brothers, were called to freedom; only do not let your freedom become an opportunity for the sinful nature (worldliness, selfishness), but through love serve and seek the best for one another.  For the whole Law (concerning human relationships) is fulfilled in one precept, “ You shall love your neighbor as yourself.”

Salvation through Jesus gave us freedom from the Law, but freedom to do good and not to continue in sin. Freedom through Jesus should bring out a better nature in ourselves, and not the carnal selfish nature. We are called to love and seek the best for each other. We may have to practice our loving nature and not be offended by others. God will give us the guidance and strength. 

Galatians 4:31

So the, believers, we (who are born again-reborn from above- spiritually transformed, renewed and set apart for His purpose) are not children of the slave woman (the natural) but of the free woman (supernatural).

We need to have a mind reset with the word when we receive and maintain our salvation. We need to clear out the doubt, unbelief, and sin nature to operate in our new standing of authority through Jesus Christ. We are transformed from the natural carnal person into the supernatural heir with Jesus. 

Galatians 4:6-7

And because you (really) are (His) sons, God has sent the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying out, “Abba! Father!” Therefore you are no longer a slave (bond-servant), but a son: and if a son, than also an heir through (the gracious act of) God (through Christ).

We need to ask ourselves whether we are acting like an heir with God as our Father or a slave to sin. Salvation clears a path for us to walk in the authority of Jesus here on this earth. If we are not using our rights as believers, we are falling short of God’s best for our lives. We are heirs through Jesus and have the authority of Jesus, and we are to speak to our circumstances like Jesus. 

Galatians 3:9

So then those who are people of faith (whether Jew or Gentile) are blessed and favored by God (and declared free of the guilt of sin and its penalty and placed in right standing with Him) along with Abraham, the believer.

Jesus set us free from sin and condemnation when we received salvation. Right standing with God allows our prayers to be heard and frees us from guilt and condemnation of sins. Jesus opened the door for us to overcome the sin nature and the sin world. Jesus is now able to work through us for the good for ourselves and those around us. 

Galatians 2:20

I have been crucified with Christ (that is, in Him I have shared His crucifixion); it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me.  The life I now live in the body I live by faith (by adhering to, relying on, and completely trusting) in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me.

If we trust in our salvation and Jesus, we will follow His commandments. Following Jesus opens doors and options of freedom from sin (guilt and condemnation), whereas before Jesus, we were condemned. Our lives are meant for eternity, and we are to live by faith in Jesus Christ. 

Galatians 1:11-12

For I want you to know, believers, that the gospel which was preached by me is not man’s gospel (it is not human invention, patterned after any human concept). For indeed I did not receive it from man, nor was I taught it, but I received it through a (direct) revelation of Jesus Christ.

The Bible is our source of revelation of Jesus Christ, and it is more than words on a page. Without knowledge of God and His plan for our lives and loving goodness, there would be no reason to follow Him. The Bible fills in the gaps and instructs us on the love of God for us and why Jesus had to come and rescue us from sin. The Bible is our guidebook to success in this life.